‘I will recover loudly so others don’t die quietly’: Queensland MP recounts horrific abuse
by Australian Associated Press from on (#5ZNH9)
Labor member for Macalister Melissa McMahon tells parliament of abuse she suffered, announces leave of absence
Queensland MP Melissa McMahon has divulged a harrowing childhood of sexual abuse as she announced a leave of absence from parliament.
On Thursday, the Labor member for Macalister, south of Brisbane, told parliament she would take time out to rebalance her life and family.
Information and support for anyone affected by rape or sexual abuse issues in Australia is available at 1800Respect (1800 737 732) and the crisis support service Lifeline, 13 11 14. Other international helplines can be found at www.befrienders.org
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